São Vicente Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in São Vicente. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

São Vicente experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2129 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, January receives substantial rainfall, averaging 305 mm of precipitation, recorded across 21 rainy days.

In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 85 mm over 11 rainy days.

January, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 24°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our São Vicente Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Brazil

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Brazil. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

São Vicente’s average annual precipitation is 2129 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

For more detailed information about São Vicente’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our São Vicente Climate page.